Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Most Efficient Crossover with 32 MPG for Highway: 2010 Chevrolet Equinox

I know that you are already thinking it but, yes, the crossover industry is getting huge and “the Chevrolet Equinox has been around forever and is old news” and that’s where you are wrong. This rapid growing market includes a variety of competitors for the Equinox and these competitors include the: Honda CR-V, Ford Escape, Jeep Liberty, Hyundai Santa Fe, and the Toyota RAV4.



The Advantage in the Crossover Market
Automotive Magazine calls it the best looking crossover and by judging from the numbers it will also be the most efficient. If you are concerned about safety, don’t be, GM has already taken into consideration that in 2010 the government will stiffen the safety regulations for automakers which will make this crossover 'hands down' the safest crossover on the market.

Here is a short clip that was put together by GM that goes over the basics of the Equinox:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTJCSbJUyJE



The Specifications
The 182hp base model with be equipped with the 2.4 liter inline-four cylinder with front wheel drive and is rated at 22/32 MPG (thanks to the direct injection technology). There is also the option to upgrade to a 255hp 3.0 liter with a V6 and AWD, which gets an astonishing 20/27 due to the direct injection, relentless engineering with the tires and chassis, the super efficient six-speed transmission, and the unrivaled aerodynamics with an amazing 0.36 drag coefficient (which is better than the Dodge Vipers .45 drag coefficient).



Comfort and Convenience Options

• Bluetooth Phone Compatible
• DVD Entertainment System
• Touch Screen Navigation Head Unit
• USB friendly Audio System with an Internal Hard Drive
• Rear-view Camera
• Power Liftgate

To find out more about the 2010 Equinox or for information on ordering please visit us at http://www.gatewayfargo.com/.